Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation (City Campus)
Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation provides quality, modern, single studio-style living. The facilities and location are outstanding – in the heart of Auckland city, just a minute's walk from AUT City Campus and with cafes and restaurants nearby. The accommodation is open to all tertiary students (not just AUT).
Inside Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation
Single studio living in a friendly, social environment
At Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation you'll get the best of both worlds – time and a spacious room to yourself for study and reflection, as well as the opportunity to meet others in shared spaces designed for student living. Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation is jointly managed by UniLodge, and AUT who provide a residential life programme giving you lots of opportunities to connect with other students and have fun.
Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation is managed and operated by UniLodge, with AUT providing pastoral and residential support needs. AUT has a commercial management agreement with the owner of the building, NZ Education Holdings Wakefield Ltd
Rooms, facilities and services
In each single studio room there is:
- King single bed
- Kitchenette: fridge, sink, storage, microwave, 2-plate hob
- Bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Storage space, bookshelves
There are 697 rooms in total, with 25 which are accessible.
Electricity, gas, water and unlimited wifi are included in your accommodation fee.
The Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation complex includes shared spaces and facilities like:
- Communal and self-use kitchen and dining
- Lounge area
- Games area
- Laundry
- Music room
- Recreational courtyards
- Bicycle and ski storage
Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation (MDSA) is a safe, supportive place to live – with help and support nearby whenever you need it.
- 24-hour onsite security (AUT staff are on site during the day and security staff are on site overnight)
- 24-hour onsite pastoral care (Residential Security Officers, Residential Care Team, live-in Residential Assistants (RAs), (RA’s are student staff members who provide support to residents)
- A comprehensive residential life programme during the year, so you can get to know other people and participate in social events.
Applying for accommodation
Our online application portals open at certain times before semesters begin.
Other AUT accommodation options

Akoranga Student Village
- North Campus location: 5-minute walk to campus
- 40 townhouse-style apartments in a village setting
- Shared apartments: 5-6 people, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/living areas
2026 comparison chart
Get a quick overview of each of our accommodation options using our comparison chart.
Apply to secure your spot today
Ready to find your uni community in 2026? Apply now to get your own studio in Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation.
Take a tour
Take a virtual tour of Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation, or contact the team to book a tour in person.
Take a virtual tour (UniLodge website)
Phone: +64 9 888 6200
Email: mayoraldrive@unilodge.co.nz
Website: Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive on UniLodge website
Contact and location
If you have a question or want more information, contact the Te Āhuru Mayoral Drive Student Accommodation team.
Contact UniLodge accommodation team
Location: corner of Mayoral Drive and Wakefield St, Auckland CBD